Easy Homemade Beef Stew Recipe
Making a weeknight dinner that needed to work for the whole family always puts me on the lookout for comforting meals. I remember the delightful aroma of stew bubbling away on the stove when I was growing up. There’s something about a hearty beef stew that wraps you in warmth and feels like a cozy hug after a long day. This Easy Homemade Beef Stew Recipe does just that, turning busy nights into comforting gatherings around the table.
Ingredients
- beef chuck roast
- kosher salt
- olive oil
- yukon gold potatoes
- fresh thyme
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 325° F. Thoroughly season the beef chunks on all sides with kosher salt and black pepper, then toss them in flour to create a nice coating.
- Heat the olive oil in an 8-quart Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the beef chunks in batches, being careful not to crowd the pot; this usually takes a few minutes per side to get a good sear. Once browned, set the beef aside.
- In the same pot where you browned the meat, add the chopped onion, garlic, and carrot. Cook these for a few minutes until they soften and the onion becomes slightly translucent.
- Next, add the diced potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce to the pot. Make sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom – those add wonderful flavor!
- Return the browned beef to the pot and cover it. Transfer everything to the oven, allowing it to cook until the beef becomes fork-tender, typically for a couple of hours.